In a significant step toward promoting gender equality and safeguarding the rights of women and girls, the Health and Wellness Organization proudly took part in the “End Femicide in Kenya” campaign. This powerful initiative aims to shed light on the alarming rates of femicide in the country, raise awareness about gender-based violence, and advocate for meaningful action to end this crisis.
The campaign, which brought together activists, policymakers, NGOs, and community leaders, sought to address the root causes of femicide while offering tangible solutions to protect vulnerable groups. As an organization committed to enhancing overall health and well-being, Health and Wellness Organization recognizes that violence against women not only endangers lives but also deeply impacts families, communities, and societal growth.
Our Contribution
During the campaign, we worked to:
- Raise Awareness: By sharing educational materials, statistics, and survivor stories, we helped communities understand the gravity of femicide and its devastating effects.
- Empower Communities: We organized workshops and forums to equip local leaders, especially men, with tools to challenge harmful norms that perpetuate violence.
- Provide Support Services: Our team collaborated with stakeholders to provide access to counseling, legal aid, and shelters for survivors of gender-based violence.
Why This Matters
Kenya has seen a troubling rise in cases of femicide, driven by entrenched patriarchal attitudes, lack of accountability, and inadequate enforcement of protective laws. This campaign reinforced the importance of taking a united stand to ensure justice for victims, educate the public, and demand stronger policies.
As a society, we cannot afford to stay silent while lives are lost to preventable violence. Health and Wellness Organization remains steadfast in